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Prime Minister Luca Niculescu discussed the banking sector with BNR Governor Mugur Isărescu amid significant fines imposed on banks for alleged ROBOR manipulation. The Competition Council fined ten banks a total of 3.73 billion lei for coordinating behavior regarding the ROBOR index. All banks involved and the BNR have denied the allegations and plan to contest the fines in court. Isărescu previously rejected the Competition Council's investigation premises, emphasizing the importance of monetary policy decisions. Niculescu highlighted the need for constant dialogue between the government and the central bank to ensure economic stability and growth.